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Pebbleart project takes off in Crewe and Nantwich

Pebbleart project takes off in Crewe and Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Pebbleart is making an artistic impact in the Crewe and Nantwich area.

The Pebbleart project was started in Morecambe by a woman called Jacky Burns.

November 1, 2017
Stapeley RSPCA staff battle to care for rise in stranded seals

Stapeley RSPCA staff battle to care for rise in stranded seals

Staff at the RSPCA wildlife centre in Nantwich are battling to care for a growing number of young seals.

There are currently 10 seal pups at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre, on London Road.

November 1, 2017
Rail firm helps Wistaston Scouts stay on right track

Rail firm helps Wistaston Scouts stay on right track

Crewe-based Train Bits & More (TBM) has donated bathroom equipment and expertise to help the Wistaston 35th Scout Troop complete their new scout
centre and community facility.

The new-build, located off Elm Close in Wistaston, has been constructed to replace the old building that became outdated and unsafe.

November 1, 2017
Residents and Nantwich Police enter into Halloween spirit!

Residents and Nantwich Police enter into Halloween spirit!

Nantwich and Crewe residents certainly entered into the ‘spirit’ of Halloween as hundreds of homes were decorated in ghoulish gear.

Thousands of youngsters and their parents took to the streets for the now traditional ‘trick or treat’ fest.

November 1, 2017
RallyFest at Cholmondeley Castle delights massive crowds

RallyFest at Cholmondeley Castle delights massive crowds

By Jonathan White
RallyFest returned to Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire after its debut at the venue last year.

The event provided a family-friendly full day of thrilling entertainment for visitors of all ages.

November 1, 2017
Teams battle it out in Wistaston Memorial Hall village quiz

Teams battle it out in Wistaston Memorial Hall village quiz

By Jonathan White
Fourteen teams battled it out over six rounds of ten questions in the Wistaston Memorial Hall annual quiz for the Fred Lorimer trophy.

The quiz setters were Peter and Christina Wainwright who organised their fifth quiz at the hall on Church Lane in Wistaston.

October 30, 2017
Nantwich butcher H Clewlow scoops national sausage honour

Nantwich butcher H Clewlow scoops national sausage honour

A Nantwich butcher is sizzling with success after its hickory and chipotle sausage landed a national honour.

The tasty banger made by H Clewlow Butchers has been given a national award to celebrate UK Sausage Week.

October 30, 2017
Kaleidoscope 3 exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

Kaleidoscope 3 exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

Kaleidoscope 3, an exhibition of paintings by Gordon Lancaster, has opened at Nantwich Museum.

It is a collection of work by local artist Gordon Lancaster, building on the success of two earlier exhibitions at the Pillory Street venue.

October 30, 2017
Nantwich specialist carer shortlisted for top North West award

Nantwich specialist carer shortlisted for top North West award

A specialist carer from Nantwich has been shortlisted for a prestigious North West award.

Care village experience coordinator Sharon Bull, 50, has been shortlisted in the coveted “Care Home Activity Organiser” category in the Great North West Care Awards.

October 30, 2017

Christmas Art Exhibition

Worleston and Wrenbury Art Groups at Worleston Village Hall, Main Road, Worleston, CW5 6DN. Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th November, 10 – 4 . Painting Demonstrations, Refreshments and Free Admission.

October 30, 2017
Ex Stoke City star Higginbotham helps Nantwich prepare for FA Cup giant killing

Ex Stoke City star Higginbotham helps Nantwich prepare for FA Cup giant killing

Former Stoke City defender Danny Higginbotham has been helping Nantwich Town players prepare for their massive FA Cup 1st round tie at Stevenage.

Higginbotham joined in a recent 1st team training session at the Weaver Stadium.

October 30, 2017

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Christmas Fair

Come and join us for our annual Christmas fair! Come and meet Father Christmas, take a look inside our Winter Wonderland made from recycled materials,we have a range of local stalls and games for the kids and much more! Date – 10/12/17 Time – 11am – 3pm Location – RSPCA, Stapeley Grange, Nantwich, CW5 7JW Price – £1 Entry. Under[Read More…]

October 30, 2017
Teams win to keep pace with Crewe Ath in Regional Sunday League

Teams win to keep pace with Crewe Ath in Regional Sunday League

There were wins for Crewe FC, White Lion Ford Lane and Square One in the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division to keep in touch with leaders Crewe Athletic.

Crewe FC travelled to Bunbury, and beat NHB 6-1, thanks to goals from Wayne Beggs, Danny Lavelette, Greg Moore, Lee Mellor, Tom Finch and George Ferguson.

October 30, 2017